Our next KDAP machine is being delivered tomorrow. It is time to move on to the next recipient. Your donations are much appreciated, and ANYTHING helps. If everyone in KGB gave just $5.00, we could order another machine today.
Use the donate to KGB button on the PORTAL PAGE today!
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The KGB DAP - Hook up a brother or sister
The KGB Darkfall Assistance Program
In today's economy, there are some of our brothers and sisters in KGB that just cant afford to play and don't have capable machines to support the game. They have the time, and want to be a part, but just don't have the resources to support the KGB Darkfall effort.
The KDAP program is a way for the more fortunate KGB members to assist the less fortunate. This program would provide:
- A low cost, Darkfall capable machine with specs to support a good resolution during large scale and siege combat.
- A Darkfall guild account that would belong to the specific member for as long as they wanted to play. This character would be owned by the guild, and re-distributed if that member decided to discontinue playing.
Using the KGB paypal donation account. You can make contributions to this program. You DO NOT NEED a PAYPAL account to make a KDAP donation. You can just simply click on the "Don't have a PayPal account? Use your credit card or bank account (where available)." just above the credit card logos on the lower left of the checkout page.
All funds donated will be accounted for on a published spreadsheet here on the Oracle. 100% of your donations will go to the KDAP program along with subsidies from KGB leadership.
For KDAP beneficiaries, the program is confidential. Simply send a PM to JetStar signing up, and you will be placed on a waiting list. Regular updates, tallies, and contests will be executed in support of this program.
Join today and make a donation to your less fortunate KGB brothers and sisters.
Land forces Supreme Commander (G5) Donk Leaps has select the first round of KGB Champions. Details on this program are listed below:
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The KGB Champions
The pinnacle of Knighthood. The Champion is the embodiment of valor. This fearsome combat machine has mastered the art of war. Champion is the highest rank available to those who's passion is for victory and glory without the limitations of being an officer. A Champion represents the best of the best on the battlefield is support of the KGB code.
What is a Champion? Recently, KGB Officers re-activated the KGB Armed Forces rank of Champion with a specific goal. This goal is to allow a group of dedicated PvPers to focus on group based PvP and nothing else. The guild as a whole will do its best to support this group with resources to keep them fighting as much as possible.
The rank of champion is granted based on dedication to combat, and not seniority.
Champions must follow orders and the code.
Champions do not EMO rage or complain.
A Champion's goal is to perfect group tactics and be the best in Darkfall.
How does one become a Champion? The rank of Champion is not a clique, and is open to all. There is no limit on the number of Champions. To be considered for this rank you need to do the following:
1) When the call goes out for PvP groups, heed the call, and show your dedication to group victory and tactic development. 2) Obey the leadership. Dont test or challenge commands in combat. Take a leader in 1 on 1 Vent channel and discuss suggestions or ask questions. 3) Dont whine, complain, Emo Rage, Point Fingers, etc. Again is you have something to say, then pull a leader into 1v1. 4) BE READY FOR COMBAT! Have you equipment staged and be on Ready 5 (Five minutes lead time to PVP) 5) Finally, you dont have to be the best PVPer, you just have to try hard, and obey the rules above! Skills will come with time.
If you do all these things, you will be noticed by leadership, and they will approach you. It is never appropriate to "Ask" for Champion rank. Get involved, do what is asked above, and you will be asked.
KGB Champions will be supplied with basic equipment funded by guild donations and Guild owned alts. This elite group of PVPers is going to continue the great history and reputation of our 13 year old organization.
If you can meet the requirements listed above, please contact General Donk about joining the program. This program is not for the faint of heart. Training will be intense, and you will be held to the rules at all times. Again this means:
- The rank of champion is granted based on dedication to combat, and not seniority. - Champions must follow orders and the code. - Champions do not EMO rage or complain. - A Champion's goal is to perfect group tactics and be the best in Darkfall.
The following KGB members are hereby promoted to the rank of KGB Champion and join the only remaining EU Champion, Kaotic (Don Qaixotic). They will wear the rank of Sergeant and will have a * in their Ventrillo title.
Wolfgang, KGB Knight Darka, KGB Supreme Knight Critter, KGB Knight Yissu, KGB Knight Fairamay, KGB Knight Syloc, KGB Master Knight Ehwol, KGB Knight
Please join me in congratulating our first round of NA server Champions!
If you wish to join them then you should:
1) When the call goes out for PvP groups, heed the call, and show your dedication to group victory and tactic development. 2) Obey the leadership. Dont test or challenge commands in combat. Take a leader in 1 on 1 Vent channel and discuss suggestions or ask questions. 3) Dont whine, complain, Emo Rage, Point Fingers, etc. Again is you have something to say, then pull a leader into 1v1. 4) BE READY FOR COMBAT! Have you equipment staged and be on Ready 5 (Five minutes lead time to PVP) 5) Contact General Donk and express your interest.
Please see the Graveyard Shift post in the (SECURE) DARKFALL NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS forum for important information regarding late night players and new operations for our graveyard players.
With over 20 years of KGB experience between them. KGB Legends Ken and Ryu from the KGB "Texas Crew" fame and the infamous Shadowbane "Chop Chopers" are returning to Darkfall in the next 24 hours.
Despite the fact that both of them were not interested in rank or title, as High King, I submitted their names to the KGB Senate and to the Military leadership for advancement in rank to KGB Supreme Knight.
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KGB SUPREME KNIGHT
- 5 Years of KGB Membership and at least 1 year of consistent activity in any KGB Faction - Recommendation from a KGB General - Majority vote from the KGB Senate and Federal Faction - Approval by a KGB Federal Faction Executive (High King / Queen, Prime Minister)
Both were unanimously approved and I am hereby announcing their advancement to KGB Supreme Knight.
Supreme Knights Ken and Ryu have held many positions in their long service with KGB, and I look forward to fighting along side them once again. Please join in in congratulating them, and welcome them back to KGB Darkfall NA1
Many of us are getting tax returns. There are still KGB members wanting to join us, but don't have machines or the subscriptions to join us. This is what the KDAP (KGB Darkfall Assistance Program) is all about. Currently we have built 3 new machines for members and are working on our 4th and 5th. We can't do it without you. and your continued support is appreciated for ongoing subscription support!
Use the "DONATE" button on the right side of the PORTAL PAGE to get more of our KGB Veterans playing Darkfall with us. The amount does not matter, even $5.00 donations add up. DONATE TODAY!!
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The KGB DAP - Hook up a brother or sister
In today's economy, there are some of our brothers and sisters in KGB that just cant afford to play and don't have capable machines to support the game. They have the time, and want to be a part, but just don't have the resources to support the KGB Darkfall effort.
The KDAP program is a way for the more fortunate KGB members to assist the less fortunate. This program would provide:
- A low cost, Darkfall capable machine with specs to support a good resolution during large scale and siege combat.
- A Darkfall guild account that would belong to the specific member for as long as they wanted to play. This character would be owned by the guild, and re-distributed if that member decided to discontinue playing.
Using the KGB paypal donation account. You can make contributions to this program. You DO NOT NEED a PAYPAL account to make a KDAP donation. You can just simply click on the "Don't have a PayPal account? Use your credit card or bank account (where available)." just above the credit card logos on the lower left of the checkout page.
All funds donated will be accounted for on a published spreadsheet here on the Oracle. 100% of your donations will go to the KDAP program along with subsidies from KGB leadership.
For KDAP beneficiaries, the program is confidential. Simply send a PM to JetStar signing up, and you will be placed on a waiting list. Regular updates, tallies, and contests will be executed in support of this program.
Join today and make a donation to your less fortunate KGB brothers and sisters.
KGB and ND Alliance actions in World War IV Video by JetStar Story by Syloc
You can CLICK on the video itself to view it FULL SIZE and in HD
Andruk, Agon – Yesterday, at around 6 PM Eastern Standard Time, alliance forces of The Knights of glory and Beer, Mortis Consortium, Head Hunters and The Ancient Order engaged in a multi-siege night that included a defensive siege at the Brutality controlled city of Aradoth, a hamlet defense at Eslinger, and a friendly city transfer at Longmarch.
KGB Military Commander General Morlander confirmed an engagement night that included nearly 10 sieges across Agon, including heavy investments of Large Siege Stones, multiple ships, and a massive bombardment of city assets at Longmarch.
“We’re going to be porting into a shitstorm,” says General Morlander at one stage of the engagement.
The night began at Aradoth, where KGB forces amassed with a combat force that included elements of TAO, MC and HH, at two large siege stones that were strategically planted in the middle of an Elf Wraith’s mob camp. Waiting for nearly an hour with no clear enemy in sight, KGB forces massed around the siege stones in preparation for the start of the bane.
“This could be either a secondary location or a decoy siege,” General Morlander recalled during the long wait.
Amid the marshaled forces, KGB Military Commanders began to receive reports on an LOD engagement at their hamlet, off the coast, of a battle that included two large Brigs and ground forces that threatened to overwhelm the defenders. The call was made to port in using pre-planned transports, of which, only 10 were available in such a short span of time.
“I’m going to be taking our 10 best characters right now.” Military Commander General Morlander said at the onset of the call to aid LOD.
General Morlander, faced with the decision between two large sieges, decided to split our forces in two; one to take care of the siege stones, and the other to aid LOD in their battle. With the help of pre-planned runestones, KGB forces recalled back to Andruk, knowing full well that they were about to port into a hell hole. As KGB was waiting for people to re-gear, reports soon flooded in from the front lines of massive forces engaging within the hamlet itself.
When asked in Clan Alliance of the situation KGB was about to be porting into, they were simply uttered the word, “Chaos.”
With KGB hearts beating a mile a minute, donning in their best gear; KGB forces ported our 10 best on a single command … to find themselves stuck atop a hill overlooking the northern approach to the hamlet, with a huge battle between LOD and allies against the opposing forces that were RIGHT below them. With MC, HH and TAO groups porting simultaneously, KGB forces plunged headlong into the battle, forcing the enemy toward the shore, where they discovered a pitched battle between two opposing brigands.
Master Knight Syloc deKGB describes the event …
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“We found ourselves strewn amid a chaos of allied forces, all rushing, in mass, around a huge mountain-face that blocked our view of the water. As we turned the corner, we were faced with not one, but two huge brigands, each with at least a dozen or so crew on board, and each firing their cannons at a rapid pace. I remember General Morlander calling for us to charge the boat, as crazy as that sounded, but we soon found ourselves plunging headlong into the waters. Shoulder to shoulder with alliance forces, we rifled up our spells and began blasting arrows and fireballs at a flurrying pace, not letting up until we began to board the boat itself.”
Mortis Consortium commanders described the event later saying, “I got into that boat, and went straight to the backroom where I killed like 4 of them. It was insane.”
At this point of the battle, the opposing boat crew, realizing their mistake, panicked and desperately tried to sail away, making it only inches before Allied forces was able to dispatch the driver, and completely overtake the ship, sailing away and leaving a dozen or so enemy Alfar, Human, Maharim and Dwarves in the water, stranded from the only chance of escape.
As the boat sailed away, KGB forces found themselves surrounded by a dozen or so random enemy forces who had just been abandoned to fend for themselves. KGB forces, almost instantly, lost two of their 10 at the initial onset, but then regrouped and proceeded to slaughter the remaining scattered forces of the enemy, scoring kill shots on at least a dozen enemies in the water, and weakening or driving off nearly the same number, who paddled as far away as their legs could carry them. Regrouping on the shore after the battle, we tallied the dead and, amid the 10 who ported over to the battle, our only casualties were the two we lost at the initial onset, and in both cases, we were able to recover their go bags.
All and all, a success … but a success that was not over yet.
The call was soon made for a friendly transfer at Longmarch, which KGB saw, arrived and stood alert, all the way to completion. However, on the port back to Andruk, the call was made by allies that a force of at least 30 retaliation was on route to Longmarch in response to the alliance’s help to LOD. Take a couple of minutes to gather our forces, KGB arrived at the scene where MC, HH and TAO had routed the enemy force back into a nearby enemy hamlet.
What proceeded was a pitched cloud of spells, arrows and blood that went back and forth among set battle lines between a nearby swamp and the hamlet, culminating in a battle tactic in which Allied forces baited in the attackers toward the swamp, then, cleanly, wiped them out. Taking the advantage, Allied forces pushed into the hamlet itself, pushing straight to their stone and, in the midst of guard towers hitting us left and right, decapitated and ganked the remnants – whom included such vaulted KGB enemies such as UDA and Bridgeburner uDa.
Allied Commanders, seeing that there was little left but respawning nakeds, called for the pull out, and KGB mounted up and did just that.
A good day for KGB and allies, and a battle that has only just begun.
KGB is blessed with some outstanding individuals that are the essence of KGB General Order #1
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General Order 1: "Thou shalt uphold and abide by the ideals our Nation was built upon" KGB Citizens have been striving to present themselves as honorable, respectable, and chivalrous since 1997. In the beginning, we came together to combat those whose existence was based on ruining the gaming experience for others. Over time we have evolved, but a basic idea and code remains. Respect both your fellow Citizens, Friends, and Foes alike whenever possible. Problems will occur and tempers will flare. Help solve the problems with calm discussion and be respectful to others if possible. Some of our foes may not deserve this respect, but do your best to offer it. Always try to respect these ideals and the many members who came before you. Always consider your nations reputation that we all have worked hard to maintain since 1997. It was this bond that brought us all together and keeps us strong. (continued in the KGB Constitution)
KGB Master Knight Tasorin has excelled in many areas, but recently he has gone way above and beyond his duty in helping others. Sir Tasorin has donated an extremely large sum to the KGB KDAP program (Click HERE for details) that helps buy gaming capable machines for KGB members that can't afford them due to the real worlds economic situation.
I know of no other gaming organization that does this, or that is blessed with such generous members. Please look into to donating to the program if you can afford it.
For outstanding service to KGB, I would like to present Sir Tasorin with the following awards (Details on awards are available in the KGB Award Request Form on the Portal Page and the KGB Armed Forces Page). These awards will be added to his permanent record, and a ribbon placed in his signature.
The KGB Guild Service Medal of Honor
This Medal is the KGB's highest guild service award honor (Non-Military Service). It is bestowed on an individual by proposition and vote by the KGB High King. This is a way to recognized the contributions and services other than military. This award may be presented to individuals outside of the KGB or to an entire guild.
The KGB High Kings Golden Cross
This Medal is bestowed on an individual by the High King himself. It is a way for the top ranking officer to recognize individuals for exemplary service to him and to the Guild.
If you see Sir Tasorin in game, or in Vent, please take the time to thank him personally for what he has done, and what he continues to do.
I speak for the entire KGB organization when I say, Thank you Tasorin.
Forces of the KGB Navy and the Andruk Alliance boarded the HMS Shadowbane II for a Kraken hunting excursion. While fighting our second Kraken, a enemy schooner appeared (Blood). The Shadowbane II pounded the enemy ship then Alliance forces boarded her and TOOK THE SHIP! Another enemy ship appeared soon after. This was a sloop again from the Blood guild. Once again Alliance forces scored a quick victory, but before the sloop could be de-spawned, it was eaten by the Kraken.
This was a stunning victory for KGB and the Andruk Alliance. Blood's Disturbed Knight, contacted me in game when they first arrived with their Schooner and gloated "NINJA'ed!" after they looted our Kraken Corpse. I replied after we have slaughtered them and taken their ship, "NINJA'ed right back, thanks for the ship!", then again after we destroyed the second ship, "DOUBLE NINJA'ed, sorry for your loss, but I guess you didn't want those ships anyways". I received a reply of "Who brings 40 people to a Kraken hunt (Actually 31)" to which I replied, "A well prepared Guild". He then proceeded to call us a "Zerg" after they dispatched 2 ships to our 1 and are a member of the Mega-Zerg TCA. How fitting.
The pinnacle of Knighthood. The Champion is the embodiment of valor. This fearsome combat machine has mastered the art of war. Champion is the highest rank available to those who's passion is for victory and glory without the limitations of being an officer. A Champion represents the best of the best on the battlefield is support of the KGB code.
What is a Champion? Recently, KGB Officers re-activated the KGB Armed Forces rank of Champion with a specific goal. This goal is to allow a group of dedicated PvPers to focus on group based PvP and nothing else. The guild as a whole will do its best to support this group with resources to keep them fighting as much as possible.
The rank of champion is granted based on dedication to combat, and not seniority.
Champions must follow orders and the code.
Champions do not EMO rage or complain.
A Champion's goal is to perfect group tactics and be the best in Darkfall.
How does one become a Champion? The rank of Champion is not a clique, and is open to all. There is no limit on the number of Champions. To be considered for this rank you need to do the following:
1) When the call goes out for PvP groups, heed the call, and show your dedication to group victory and tactic development. 2) Obey the leadership. Dont test or challenge commands in combat. Take a leader in 1 on 1 Vent channel and discuss suggestions or ask questions. 3) Dont whine, complain, Emo Rage, Point Fingers, etc. Again is you have something to say, then pull a leader into 1v1. 4) BE READY FOR COMBAT! Have you equipment staged and be on Ready 5 (Five minutes lead time to PVP) 5) Finally, you dont have to be the best PVPer, you just have to try hard, and obey the rules above! Skills will come with time.
If you do all these things, you will be noticed by leadership, and they will approach you. It is never appropriate to "Ask" for Champion rank. Get involved, do what is asked above, and you will be asked.
In two weeks, the KGB Champion Program will be re-activated. The Guild will be providing equipment when possible to support our elite combat team. Questions? Interested??? Contact General Donk Leaps! Do you have what it takes?
Do you like pizza? Do you want JetStar to have one delivered to your house? Here is how you play:
UnDeAD ArMy's leader Undead UDA is our target.
a) You need 10 documented kills b) Take a screen shot of his dead equipped corpse, no afk kills will be counted. (Contact JetStar if you want fraps) c) Upload your kills to the KGB Oracle Darkfall section (5 per post). d) EAT YOUR PIZZA!
I hope you have all read about the KDAP in previous posts. To date the KDAP has raised over $550.00 to purchase new machines for our members who cant afford them. The first machine is being shipped very soon, but there are still 3 more KGBers on the list.
What we are asking for is a small donation from anyone that can to the program, so that our brothers and sisters can share in the Darkfall experience, which in my opinion, is turning out to be the best game yet. Just $5.00 helps or anything you can afford. Personally I will be contributing another $100.00 to the program. Here are the details for those of you that have not had a chance to read about it:
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The KGB DAP - Hook up a brother or sister
In today's economy, there are some of our brothers and sisters in KGB that just cant afford to play and don't have capable machines to support the game. They have the time, and want to be a part, but just don't have the resources to support the KGB Darkfall effort.
The KDAP program is a way for the more fortunate KGB members to assist the less fortunate. This program would provide:
- A low cost, Darkfall capable machine with specs to support a good resolution during large scale and siege combat.
- A Darkfall guild account that would belong to the specific member for as long as they wanted to play. This character would be owned by the guild, and re-distributed if that member decided to discontinue playing.
Using the KGB paypal donation account. You can make contributions to this program. You DO NOT NEED a PAYPAL account to make a KDAP donation. You can just simply click on the "Don't have a PayPal account? Use your credit card or bank account (where available)." just above the credit card logos on the lower left of the checkout page.
All funds donated will be accounted for on a published spreadsheet here on the Oracle. 100% of your donations will go to the KDAP program along with subsidies from KGB leadership.
For KDAP beneficiaries, the program is confidential. Simply send a PM to JetStar signing up, and you will be placed on a waiting list. Regular updates, tallies, and contests will be executed in support of this program.
Join today and make a donation to your less fortunate KGB brothers and sisters.
Things in the DFO US faction are moving forward. We have a great new generation of KGB, that is mixing well with our veterans. Most importantly, the game is beginning to deliver on what we all had hoped. The full loot and open PVP environment brings the exhilaration and the fear you would expect from a game where dying means you lose something. Naval combat is amazing, and the fear of the dreaded Kraken keeps you on your toes when you are out sailing.
I have not had this feeling since UO, and the early days of Shadowbane, and it is just as fun and engaging as I remembered it to be. I feel at home in a game for the first time in many years, and know we are here to stay. If your not taking part in this, you are really missing out. The friendship and camaraderie outweigh the mechanics of the game, and I think that everyone that is currently playing is hooked.
The game is evolving quickly, and I have seen AV deliver on many of their promises and look forward to see more refinements in the near future.
What KGB needs is YOU if you are not with us. Give it a try, and I promise you that you will not b e disappointed. Let us answer your questions if you have any. Just post in the DFO forums. Don't miss out! What is happening here is EXACTLY why we all got involved in gaming in the first place. Rejoin us TODAY!
